Cabbage Steaks (Oven, Grill, or Air Fryer)
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5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
12 steaks
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Calories
731 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Cabbage Steaks (Oven, Grill, or Air Fryer)
Description
This recipe slices green cabbage into ¾ to 1 inch thick steaks, which are brushed generously with olive oil and seasoned on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, turmeric, and smoked paprika. Optional red pepper flakes add a mild heat. The cabbage is cooked using roasting at 400°F, grilling, or air frying, until the edges become browned and crispy while the center softens.
The resulting cabbage steaks balance earthy spices and a slight smokiness from paprika with the natural sweetness and moisture of cabbage. Fresh thyme or other herbs provide a fragrant finish, while lemon or lime wedges served alongside add brightness and cut through the spices.
These steaks can be served as a vegetable side or a light main with a fresh salad. The cooking methods allow for options based on available kitchen equipment.
Uncut cabbage heads can be refrigerated for up to two weeks. Leftovers store well in an airtight container for 2 to 4 days or can be frozen for up to two months. When reheated in the oven, the texture softens and becomes less crispy but remains flavorful.
Ingredients
- 2 cabbage green cabbage, not purple, medium heads
- 3 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil if you prefer
- salt I used table salt, to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- thyme to garnish the top of the steaks, or you can replace them with another herb of choice such as oregano or Italian seasoning, fresh leaves
- lemon to serve with, or if you prefer, lime wedges, wedges
Instructions
- Cut the stems off the cabbage heads and then cut each one in half, then in half again. You should have 6 flat discs of cabbage that are about ¾ to 1 inch thick from each head (or 4 if your cabbage is small). Place the cabbage steaks on a baking sheet that is lined with parchment paper, allowing some space between each one to even cook.
- Brush the cabbage with olive oil, coating them thoroughly. Then generously sprinkle the salt, pepper, garlic powder, turmeric, and smoked paprika on the cabbage steaks. Flip the cabbage over and repeat, brushing them with oil and sprinkling the seasonings. Then add a pinch of red pepper flakes to each one (optional).
FOR ROASTED OR BAKED CABBAGE STEAKS:
- Roast or bake the cabbage steaks at 400°F (or 200° C) for about 25 minutes, until the tops are browned (with crispy edges) and the center is tender. Serve hot out of the oven. Top the steaks with a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves and a side of lemon wedges.
FOR AIR FRYER CABBAGE STEAKS:
- Follow steps 1 and 2 above. Then, preheat your air fryer for 5 minutes at 400° F (or 200° C). Place the steaks in one single layer in the basket., without overlapping. Make sure to not overload it so the hot air can circulate and cook the steaks evenly! You may have to cook your steaks in batches depending on the size of your air fryer basket.
- Cook them for 6-8 minutes, then flip them using tongs and cook for extra 6-8 minutes, or until soft inside and slightly browned on top. The total cook time will depend on the thickness of the steaks and also on the potency of your air fryer. TIP: Take a look at the steak at the 6-minute mark so their tops don't get burned.
OR FOR GRILLED CABBAGE STEAKS:
- Follow steps 1 and 2. Preheat your electric grill to medium-high. Oil the grates! Place cabbage steaks directly on the grill and grill them for 5-6 minutes, then flip them and grill for extra 2-3 minutes, or until tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.
Notes
- Store uncut cabbage heads refrigerated up to 2 weeks.
- Keep leftover cabbage steaks in airtight containers in the fridge for 2-4 days or freeze up to 2 months.
- Thaw frozen steaks overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Reheat steaks in a 350°F oven for 7-10 minutes; they will soften and lose some crispness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12steaks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 731 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 73.1kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 9.7g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.1g | 4% |
| Fat | 3.7g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.6g | 13% |
| Sodium | 28.1mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 281.3mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4.9g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 312.5IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 55.5mg | 62% |
| Calcium | 62.5mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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